How to dress in grunge style

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Steps
Method 1 of 3: Clothing
Method 2 of 3: Shoes and accessories
Method 3 of 3: Hair and Makeup
Tips
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Grunge is a fashion style influenced by a new trend in rock music. Called grunge, this music is believed to have been played in Seattle in the late 80s and early 90s, when bands such as Alice In Chains, Nirvana, and Pearl Jam were just beginning to enter the big music scene. In order to dress in grunge style, you need to go to a thrift store and find clothes that are comfortable, untidy and made mostly of flannel. Jeans are allowed, but with some damage, for example, on the knees. Your whole appearance should clearly say that you do not care what you are wearing.

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Method 1 of 3: Clothing

1 You must look unkempt. Grunge is a combination of punk style with work wear. If you want to dress in grunge style, then you don't have to worry if the jeans match your shirt in color and if they are clean enough.
- Search the internet for photos of famous grunge artists such as Kurt Cobain, Courtney Love, William Duvall (the new vocalist from Alice in Chains), and more.
2 Go shopping at a second-hand clothing store or thrift store. The essence of the grunge style is cheap clothing. You can find it in stores that sell unnecessary used items. Choose clothes that are a bit large for you and preferably in muted dark shades.
- It is easy to find jeans in such stores that you can tear without any remorse. It will be just great if they are already a little worn and slightly faded.
3 Look for flannel clothing. One of the most important items in your wardrobe will be a flannel shirt. Flannel clothing is usually very cheap. She became an integral part of grunge fashion in the 90s and continues to be at the forefront of the style. Look for flannel shirts in muted, slightly faded colors. They can be worn by both girls and boys.
- The classic look for a girl would be a large, baggy flannel shirt over a black T-shirt, a skirt, and oversized Doc Marten boots.
4 Wear ripped jeans. It will be great if you rip the jeans yourself. Ripped jeans are another attribute of grunge style clothing. Keep in mind that ripped jeans bought from a glamorous store will look fake on you than jeans that you rip yourself.
- In the summer, shop (or DIY) for ripped denim shorts.
5 Show everyone what your favorite punk band is. Another attribute of the grunge style is T-shirts with the names of bands such as Nirvana, Pearl Jam, Alice in Chains, Mudhoney, Soundgarden, PAW, Hole, etc.
- Keep in mind that it is not enough for you to wear a T-shirt with the name of the band, you will also need to listen to grunge music. Listen to bands from Seattle in the late 80s and early 90s, and find out who is playing grunge in your city. Start supporting these bands or start playing similar music yourself.
6 Dress in multiple layers. As we said earlier, grunge is about comfort and not giving a damn about what people think of you. Wear a large flannel shirt or sweater over the band name shirt over the long sleeve top (and so on).Keep in mind that your garments don't have to fit together.

Method 2 of 3: Shoes and accessories

1 Find army boots. Grangers mostly wear combat boots and sneakers. In particular, Doc Martens boots are very popular. If you find a pair of these boots at a thrift store, then consider yourself lucky.
2 Buy high-top sneakers. Worn Converse sneakers or something like that will work just fine. Look for these shoes at thrift stores or flea markets.
3 Try wearing stockings with holes. They certainly won't be warm, but holey stockings are an essential part of any girl listening to grunge wardrobe. Wear them with a black dress and old combat boots. Put red lipstick on your lips and you will be irresistible.
4 Wear a knitted beanie (if you like it). Grangers don't wear hats. But you can wear hats. Avoid a beanie in bright colors and never, ever wear a neon pink beanie.
- Would you like to wear a hat? Then take your old faded bandana and wrap it around your head, neck, or wherever you like.
5 Don't wear too much jewelry. A nice leather bracelet is perfect. If you have pierced ears, then wear simple, not too shiny earrings. The granger doesn't dress to impress. You can also wear tunnel earrings in your ears.

Method 3 of 3: Hair and Makeup

1 Your hair should be lifeless and dirty. No fancy hairstyles are required from you. Most grungers have long, matted hair, and sometimes even a little greasy, because if you are a grunger then you shouldn't be taking too much care of your hygiene. Let your hair grow the way it wants.
2 Grow long hair. As we said, many grungeers let their hair grow however they please. Don't cut your hair. Go to any grunge band concert and you will see a lot of people with long hair.
3 Color your hair. Some grungeers choose to bleach or dye their hair. Try dyeing yourself some crazy color or go completely blonde. And do not rush to dye the roots when the hair grows back. Hair dyed in this way is a characteristic feature of grungeers.
- Try dyeing your hair with Cool Aid. This way you will save money.
4 Make your eyeliner thicker. Use black eyeliner and mascara for makeup on your face. Then use your finger to lightly smudge the eyeliner and eyeshadow. You should look like you spent the whole night at a rock concert, jumping from the stage into the crowd of informals.
- Some grunge fans like to paint their lips with bright red or maroon lipstick.

Tips

When you start dressing in grunge style, then you can be praised or, on the contrary, scolded. Get ready for this. And it’s very important that you don’t worry too much. Do you want to be different from others? Behave accordingly!
Don't just dress in grunge style, but become a part of this culture! Listen to music in this style. Think about what the musicians wanted to say. And do not forget the most important thing - be yourself!
Don't waste big bucks in glamorous stores buying pre-torn jeans. Instead, grab a razor blade, cut through thrift-store jeans, and let your fingers do the rest.